The device screen should show the update progress. Do not power off until the screen indicates the update is finished or the device reboots.
Note: You must bridge the bootloader pins (usually labeled BOOT0 or J3 jumper) to put the chip into programming mode before powering it on. Step 2: Connect to Your PC
Hxc-fw-installer.hex: Unlocking the Potential of Retro Hardware with Modern Firmware Hxc-fw-installer.hex
Disclaimer: Modifying firmware can be risky. Follow the instructions carefully to avoid bricking your device.
Once the HEX file is successfully installed, the emulator's behavior changes immediately. Upon reboot, the device will typically look for a HXCSDFE.CFG file on your USB drive or SD card. This configuration file allows the emulator to index your disk images and display them on the drive's internal 7-segment or OLED display. The device screen should show the update progress
This means the installer ran successfully, but the main runtime firmware needs to be updated via the USB stick. Copy the latest runtime file ( HXCFEUSB_HFE.UPD ) to your USB stick, insert it, and hold the buttons while powering up.
Once the bootloader is installed, subsequent firmware updates (using .upd files) can be done for free via a USB stick. Usage Instructions Format a USB stick to FAT32 . Step 2: Connect to Your PC Hxc-fw-installer
Standard floppy emulators often have limited compatibility and poor interfaces. Installing the HxC firmware via this HEX file provides several advantages: